Student Recruitment and Events Officer

Role Kent and Medway Medical School (KMMS) opened to our first cohort of 108 pioneer students in September 2020. Our vision for KMMS is to create a new medical school for Kent and Medway that becomes a beacon for first-class medical education and research. The Student Recruitment and Event Officer will support the Marketing, Outreach and Engagement Manager to deliver a wide range of internal and external events to ensure that KMMS successfully recruits students from across the UK and internationally, with a particular focus on attracting students traditionally less well represented in medicine. Duties and responsibilities * Programme manage and deliver a complex interview event for 550 students as part of the competitive entry cycle to study medicine at KMMS. To run in January 2025. * Oversee the co-ordination and execution of the annual Multi-station Mini Interviews (MMIs), including both in-person (home) and virtual (international). This involves managing the events team, ensuring smooth delivery, and overseeing evaluation processes. * Coordinate communications and scheduling for external volunteers supporting the MMIs, including NHS partners and other stakeholders. * Collaborate with external teams to establish clear communications with MMI candidates. * Manage and maintain the MMI email account, ensuring timely responses and efficient handling of inquiries. * Utilise the RISR system to set up and manage exams, including uploading candidate data and interview resources. * Liaise with various internal departments (IT, Housekeeping, Room Bookings, Catering) to ensure all logistical aspects of the MMIs are in place. * Provide training materials and resources to staff members volunteering for the MMIs, ensuring they are well-prepared for their roles. Skills and experience * GCSES and A Levels or equivalent * Understanding of Higher Education recruitment, the student experience and understanding of current issues surrounding undergraduate students. * Excellent oral and written communication skills including experience of delivering effective presentations. * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and excellent attention to detail * Ability to work independently and under pressure * Good IT skills and experience of using databases and spreadsheets regularly. * Willingness and ability to travel